Sitting for long periods makes me feel like crap, and I am not the only one. So what have scientists discovered? What can help? Causes and cures Chronic lower back pain is experienced by millions of people worldwide. It has led to increased disability, psychological problems, and a reduced quality of life. Many jobs require…… Continue reading Research findings on back pain (sitting is not the problem after all).
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When plans change, rearrange (nothing is perfect).
Art and aches The drizzling rain and cold grey was easy to ignore if I focused on the vibrant colours before me. My paintings and photographs were a distraction from the weather and how it was affecting my limbs. Pain can't be ignored, but it can be tolerated. The aches and pains all over my… Continue reading When plans change, rearrange (nothing is perfect).
Art and aches The drizzling rain and cold grey was easy to ignore if I focused on the vibrant colours before me. My paintings and photographs were a distraction from the weather and how it was affecting my limbs. Pain can’t be ignored, but it can be tolerated. The aches and pains all over my…… Continue reading When plans change, rearrange (nothing is perfect).
It’s all a balancing act (chairs, chats, and facing our fears).
Limbering up with yoga In a chair yoga class recently I was delighted when a person remarked about how regular practice was taking effect. They commented on how “It’s really helping with all that neck and shoulder stuff, it’s more free now”. I knew exactly what the person meant. It feels so good when yoga-inspired…… Continue reading It’s all a balancing act (chairs, chats, and facing our fears).
Three tips to care for your body if it is aching (after physical activity).
Some tasks can make us feel stiff, and sitting for long periods takes a toll on the body too. Movement helps us to limber up. New year pledges It is January as I write this, and even though I have zero interest in the concept of new year resolutions, goal-setting or ‘new year, new you’…… Continue reading Three tips to care for your body if it is aching (after physical activity).
Stiffness, cracking bones, and creative movement (good craic and yoga).
“WE’RE LIKE BALLERINAS!” At my West Limerick workshop a few health issues were discussed, but we did not wallow in self-pity or stay on the topic of ailments for long. In fact, there was much laughter about the natural journey of ageing. I thoroughly enjoyed working with the women. Usually they get together for creativity…… Continue reading Stiffness, cracking bones, and creative movement (good craic and yoga).
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